NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2021 Freedom Festival 2021. Posted in: News. The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival Friday, July 2, in Downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Brosig Avenue. ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in

JERRY L. LANE, SR.

Jerry L. Lane, Sr., 91, of Navasota, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on the morning of April 6. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 15, at First Baptist Church of Navasota with Rev. Clyde Larrabee

officiating.

NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2021 Freedom Festival 2021. Posted in: News. The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival Friday, July 2, in Downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Brosig Avenue. ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in

JERRY L. LANE, SR.

Jerry L. Lane, Sr., 91, of Navasota, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on the morning of April 6. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 15, at First Baptist Church of Navasota with Rev. Clyde Larrabee

officiating.

NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

BIZZELL ACADEMY HONORS 2021 GRADUATES Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 TEACHERS - SOWING SEEDS OF POTENTIAL For the last several years, my Examiner assignments have included interviewing valedictorians and salutatorians for the graduation pullout section. I don’t recall talking to one of these exemplary students who did not name one or more “special” teachers who had a positive influence on their education. I’m not a teacher but I imagine that working with these high achievers is satisfying

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 CHAMBER WELCOMES SQUEAKY CLEAN XPRESS WASH The Squeaky Clean Xpress Car Wash at 1607 E. Washington in Navasota held its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Friday, April 9, 2021, to an overwhelming crowd. Customers flocked to the car wash to welcome the new business to the community and to enjoy free washes and lunch throughout the event. Squeaky Clean uses the most modern equipment available and offers free vacuum and GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

GRIMES COUNTY MOURNS JIM-BOB TRANT Grimes County mourns Jim-Bob Trant. Grimes County is grieving the loss of Jim-Bob Trant, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12. Trant was elected in November to serve as Grimes County Treasurer. Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth III stated Trant was hospitalized and died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday, but further details of his death are unknown at IOLA SOLAR PANEL PROJECT GETS GO-AHEAD The Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Regular Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 3, and approved a 381 Agreement with Blue Jay Solar for a solar panel project near Iola. The economic development incentive grant will reimburse the company 100% of taxes the first year, 50% the second year and 25% the third year, with a PILOT Program (payment in lieu of taxes) for years 4-25. Blue Jay Solar had RICHARDS 26-1A ALL-DISTRICT TEAM Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Navasota Fire Department is an important asset to the city. The community wants to know about future plans for the fire department. Hear what other user-submitted questions Navasota Examiner Publisher Ana Cosino and Willy 98.7 Radio Personality Kenny Graves ask Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford this week. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2021 Freedom Festival 2021. Posted in: News. The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival Friday, July 2, in Downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Brosig Avenue. ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Navasota Fire Department is an important asset to the city. The community wants to know about future plans for the fire department. Hear what other user-submitted questions Navasota Examiner Publisher Ana Cosino and Willy 98.7 Radio Personality Kenny Graves ask Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford this week. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2021 Freedom Festival 2021. Posted in: News. The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival Friday, July 2, in Downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Brosig Avenue. ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in BIZZELL ACADEMY HONORS 2021 GRADUATES Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. CHAMBER WELCOMES SQUEAKY CLEAN XPRESS WASH The Squeaky Clean Xpress Car Wash at 1607 E. Washington in Navasota held its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Friday, April 9, 2021, to an overwhelming crowd. Customers flocked to the car wash to welcome the new business to the community and to enjoy free washes and lunch throughout the event. Squeaky Clean uses the most modern equipment available and offers free vacuum and GRIMES COUNTY MOURNS JIM-BOB TRANT Grimes County mourns Jim-Bob Trant. Grimes County is grieving the loss of Jim-Bob Trant, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12. Trant was elected in November to serve as Grimes County Treasurer. Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth III stated Trant was hospitalized and died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday, but further details of his death are unknown at RICHARDS ISD SEEKING BOND APPROVAL RICHARDS – Richards Independent School District (RISD) has experienced growth and anticipates the growth to continue. With the growth in enrollment, comes the need for facility upgrades throughout the district which RISD plans to address with the approval of

Proposition A, a

IOLA SOLAR PANEL PROJECT GETS GO-AHEAD The Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Regular Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 3, and approved a 381 Agreement with Blue Jay Solar for a solar panel project near Iola. The economic development incentive grant will reimburse the company 100% of taxes the first year, 50% the second year and 25% the third year, with a PILOT Program (payment in lieu of taxes) for years 4-25. RICHARDS 26-1A ALL-DISTRICT TEAM Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230

JERRY L. LANE, SR.

Jerry L. Lane, Sr., 91, of Navasota, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family on the morning of April 6. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 15, at First Baptist Church of Navasota with Rev. Clyde Larrabee

officiating.

SGT. ADKINS LEAVES A LEGACY Sgt. Adkins leaves a legacy. Grimes County Jail Sargent Jim Adkins left behind family and friends that he considered family. Adkins served Grimes County for 22 years before passing away Saturday, June 13 at his home. Examiner photos by Matthew Ybarra. Grimes County NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

RECORD-SETTING CROWD AT GC FAIR A record-setting crowd flooded the Grimes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center for the start of the 2021 Grimes County Fair with a sold-out concert featuring Aaron Watson and special guest Doc West Saturday, June 6. The fair continues throughout the week. For more Grimes County Fair photos see page 2. For fair results view the special 2021 Grimes County Fair tab in the June 30th BIZZELL ACADEMY HONORS 2021 GRADUATES Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 24-4A ALL-DISTRICT BASEBALL Anderson-Shiro Little Dribblers win Nationals. Home / 24-4A All-District Baseball. Time to read

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 CHAMBER WELCOMES SQUEAKY CLEAN XPRESS WASH The Squeaky Clean Xpress Car Wash at 1607 E. Washington in Navasota held its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Friday, April 9, 2021, to an overwhelming crowd. Customers flocked to the car wash to welcome the new business to the community and to enjoy free washes and lunch throughout the event. Squeaky Clean uses the most modern equipment available and offers free vacuum and ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRIMES COUNTY MOURNS JIM-BOB TRANT Grimes County mourns Jim-Bob Trant. Grimes County is grieving the loss of Jim-Bob Trant, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12. Trant was elected in November to serve as Grimes County Treasurer. Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth III stated Trant was hospitalized and died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday, but further details of his death are unknown at RICHARDS 26-1A ALL-DISTRICT TEAM Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

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NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota man killed in College Station shooting. May 26, 2021 - 00:00. COLLEGE STATION – A Navasota man, 23-year-old Cameron James Gray, died from a gunshot wound he sustained in an apparent botched drug deal Friday, May 21, in a College Station H-E-B parking lot. OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in GRIMES COUNTY JAIL LOG Grimes County Jail Log. The following persons were arrested or booked into the Grimes County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Fisher Lane Becker, 20 – Theft of firearm, weekender. • Stephen Allan Beltran, 39 – Failure to appear, criminal nonsupport, two counts. SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

SHAW CROWNED 2021 FAIR QUEEN Iola High School’s Emma Shaw was crowned 2021 Grimes County Fair Queen Saturday, June 5. Shaw (pictured center) is pictured with first-runner up Kyndal Bohnert (left) and second-runner up Autumn Atkinson (right), both Anderson-Shiro students. Examiner photo by

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BIZZELL ACADEMY HONORS 2021 GRADUATES Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 RECORD-SETTING CROWD AT GC FAIR A record-setting crowd flooded the Grimes County Fairgrounds and Expo Center for the start of the 2021 Grimes County Fair with a sold-out concert featuring Aaron Watson and special guest Doc West Saturday, June 6. The fair continues throughout the week. For more Grimes County Fair photos see page 2. For fair results view the special 2021 Grimes County Fair tab in the June 30th

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. GRIMES COUNTY MOURNS JIM-BOB TRANT Grimes County mourns Jim-Bob Trant. Grimes County is grieving the loss of Jim-Bob Trant, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12. Trant was elected in November to serve as Grimes County Treasurer. Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth III stated Trant was hospitalized and died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday, but further details of his death are unknown at IOLA SOLAR PANEL PROJECT GETS GO-AHEAD The Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Regular Meeting Wednesday, Feb. 3, and approved a 381 Agreement with Blue Jay Solar for a solar panel project near Iola. The economic development incentive grant will reimburse the company 100% of taxes the first year, 50% the second year and 25% the third year, with a PILOT Program (payment in lieu of taxes) for years 4-25. RICHARDS 26-1A ALL-DISTRICT TEAM Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota Fire Department is an important asset to the city. The community wants to know about future plans for the fire department. Hear what other user-submitted questions Navasota Examiner Publisher Ana Cosino and Willy 98.7 Radio Personality Kenny Graves ask Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford this week. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 NEAL BOSSE | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Mr. Neal Bosse, 73, of Navasota, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 20, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. Visitation with family and friends was held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 pm, Saturday, June 22, at Nobles Funeral Chapel. A celebration of his life was held on Sunday, June 23, at 2:00 p.m. at Friedens Church of Washington, UCC NAVASOTA EXAMINERLOG INHOMENEWSCOVID-19SPORTSOBITS Navasota Fire Department is an important asset to the city. The community wants to know about future plans for the fire department. Hear what other user-submitted questions Navasota Examiner Publisher Ana Cosino and Willy 98.7 Radio Personality Kenny Graves ask Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford this week. NEWS | NAVASOTA EXAMINER The Navasota Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a Regular Meeting Thursday, May 13 and on a 4-1 vote approved the preliminary site plan for a welding service store on Spur 515. The application was submitted by David Waters for the property located at 1002 Spur 515 and included a fee in-lieu-of-sidewalk-installation totaling

$12,748.32.

OBITUARIES | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 12:00am. Mae Dell Izard, 93 years young, entered Heaven’s gate on April 23, 2021. Mae Dell was born January 25, 1928 in Cawthorne, Texas to Thomas Jefferson and Emma Frank Smith. She married Ernest Perry (Pete) Izard on August 6, 1948 which she was married for 51 years till his entrance to Heaven’s gate on October

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS Grand Jury Indictments. The following persons were indicted Thursday, Thursday, Feb. 28, by a Grimes County Grand Jury. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. • Darrell Hardman – Assault Family Violence with Previous Conviction, Felony 3. • Kathy Hubbard – Driving While Intoxicated, 3rd or More,

Felony 3.

SEIZED FUNERAL HOME BURNS BEFORE AUCTION Seized funeral home burns before auction. A fire Monday night, March 2, engulfed a former funeral home at the 1200 block of South LaSalle Street in Navasota. The vacant Jones Funeral Home building was slated to be auctioned by Grimes County Tuesday, March 3. Examiner photo by

Ana Cosino.

RATTLERS CELEBRATE NEWLY RENOVATED FIELDS Examiner photos by Ana Cosino: Navasota ISD held a dual ceremony this week to celebrate the inaugural night of play at the new ball fields. As community supporters looked on, School Board members tossed the first pitch at each of the newly constructed Boenker baseball field and Ira Floyd softball field. School Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick presided over the festivities, which HAROLD “BUD” TRANT HAROLD “BUD” TRANT. Mr. Harold “Bud” Trant, Jr., 75, of Anderson, passed away Friday, March 5 at his home. A graveside service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 20, at Allen Cemetery in Anderson. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral Chapel. Bud was born in

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 NEAL BOSSE | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Mr. Neal Bosse, 73, of Navasota, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 20, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. Visitation with family and friends was held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 pm, Saturday, June 22, at Nobles Funeral Chapel. A celebration of his life was held on Sunday, June 23, at 2:00 p.m. at Friedens Church of Washington, UCC COVID-19 | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Brookshire Brothers pharmacies offer COVID-19 vaccine. Wednesday, December 30, 2020 - 12:00am. As distribution of the highly anticipated COVID-19 vaccine begins at a rapid pace, Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy proudly announced they are one of the first retailers in the nation to offer the vaccine, as it becomes available. Read more. Pages. 1. 2. 3. CONTACT US | NAVASOTA EXAMINER Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230

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Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 ABBOTT ARRESTED ON WARRANTS Navasota Police Officers arrested 24-year old Christopher Abbott on outstanding warrants Wednesday, March 31 after a brief pursuit. According to Navasota Police Chief Shawn Myatt, officers noticed Abbott at a business on the 500 block of West Washington and knew he had outstanding warrants for his arrest. FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2021 Freedom Festival 2021. Posted in: News. The City of Navasota will be hosting the 2nd annual Freedom Festival Friday, July 2, in Downtown Navasota. The event will include the annual Fourth of July Parade, live music, fireworks, and family fun. The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 6 p.m. at Brosig Avenue. A CAUSE FOR PAWS FUNDRAISER FESTIVAL Navasota Examiner P.O. Box 751, 115 Railroad Street Phone: 936-825-6484 Fax: 936-825-2230 GRIMES COUNTY MOURNS JIM-BOB TRANT Grimes County mourns Jim-Bob Trant. Grimes County is grieving the loss of Jim-Bob Trant, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12. Trant was elected in November to serve as Grimes County Treasurer. Grimes County Judge Joe Fauth III stated Trant was hospitalized and died at 9:50 a.m. Tuesday, but further details of his death are unknown at REVEREND ALAN DEAN STRUCKMEYER Posted in: Obituaries. The Reverend Alan Dean Struckmeyer was called home to his Lord on March 18, 2021 after a battle with Glioblastoma, with his loving wife by his side. His faith gave him strength, even to the end. Alan was born to Marvin and Verna Mae Struckmeyer on December 24, 1959, in Brenham, PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. PROPOSED IOLA SOLAR PROJECT CHANGES OWNERSHIP Grimes County Commissioners Court held a Special Meeting, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, to continue discussion with Blue Jay Solar regarding construction of a 175–210-megawatt power station near Iola. Toward the end of the meeting, Open Roads Renewables Senior Development Manager Craig Adair announced that Blue Jay Solar has been acquired by Massachusetts-based Enel Green Power North WHITEHALL DUMP EXTENDS HOURS The dump in Whitehall will now open not only on Saturdays, 8 a.m. till 4 p.m. but will also begin opening Wednesdays 7 a.m. till 3 p.m. The notice indicated this is to assist with the crowding that occurs on Saturdays. The Courtney-Whitehall 4H will meet for their monthly business meeting Sunday, Oct. 13, 6 p.m. at the Whitehall Community

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Are you counted yet? May 27, 2020 - 10:30

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Independence Day celebration May 27, 2020 - 00:00 In this week’s edition of Grilling Stafford with Navasota City Manager Brad Stafford, Ana Cosino and Kenny Graves, Stafford discusses a variety of topics including an Independence Day celebration.

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Sheriff’s Office treated to free lunch May 27, 2020 - 00:00 Texas Farm Bureau Agents Gina Buehring and Brac Jones and Texas Farm Bureau Agency Manager of Grimes County Ryan Mullins fed all employees of the Grimes County Sheriff’s Office a barbecue lunch Thursday, May 21, and Friday, May 22. The duo wanted to show their appreciation for the hard work and dedication to the community during the pandemic. Examiner photos by Ana Cosino

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County COVID-19 cases nearing 100 May 27, 2020 - 00:00 The total number of positive COVID-19 cases continues to rise with the number reaching 99 total cases.

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Eddings makes Athletic Director’s Honor Roll May 27, 2020 - 00:00 Navasota Lady Rattler alumna Keaundra Eddings was named to the Spring 2020 Don Wilhelm Athletic Director’s Honor Roll at Blinn College. Athletes must maintain a 3.0 GPA and pass a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level courses to make the prestigious honor roll. Eddings plays basketball for the Lady Buccaneers. Courtesy photo

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Apr 29, 2020 - 00:00 Paden Hurst went into the rodeo circuit’s break on a high note.

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Solomon McGinty’s interest in a professional football career hasn’t diminished.

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ADAM CRENSHAW (SR.)

District 26-2A Offensive MVP, District 26-2A 1st Team Academic All-District, 2019-2020 Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC) Boys 2A All-Region IV Team, 2019- 2020 Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Academic All-State Honorable Mention.

RICKY FLORES (SR.)

District 26-2A 6th Man of the Year.

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Young pups, old dogs and dancing for the cookie May 27, 2020 - 00:00 Recently my gentleman friend and I engaged in some of that late night telephone bantering that we often do. After being gone all day, he got home late and we talked while he unloaded his car. His late arrival had interrupted the schedule of his little dog Jellybean, who is accustomed to an evening dog biscuit, or as he calls it, “a cookie.” Just like everyone else who likes to give a dog a treat, he makes her “perform.”

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May 27, 2020 - 00:00 To lay a fellow service member to rest is the most solemn duty that a veteran or active duty member can experience. Members of the United States military act with selfless service, pride, and respect to the point that it is in our DNA. This is part of what makes a servicemember’s final sendoff so emotionally impactful. We are all

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This would be the week May 27, 2020 - 00:00 As we have done for more than a decade, this week’s Examiner will celebrate the amazing seniors who are graduating throughout Grimes County. We put their names and pictures in the paper; we introduce you to their intended majors and high school hobbies. The Examiner celebrates these students as if they are our own—in some cases they are, such as my nephew Mark who is in the top 10 of his class at Navasota and has committed to TAMU. He and all of his fellow graduates make me proud of this community and the things we will achieve in the future. It is because of the students’ hard-fought achievements that we put together this section each year. Yet, this special section is one of the few things that will be “normal” for the 2020 graduates from Navasota, Anderson-Shiro, Iola and Richards.

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The conundrum of privacy May 20, 2020 - 00:00 One of the most contentious and anxiety inducing topics to come out of the COVID-19 crisis is the infected patient’s right to privacy as opposed to the community’s right to know. Since the median age in the United States is 38.3 years (born in 1982), few are left who remember quarantine signs posted on the doors of those with diphtheria, polio, scarlet fever or smallpox, and many of those folks have now died from the virus. To explain how we arrived at this right to privacy would take more space than I have, but all I can say is that after reading some forgotten history, I’m conflicted.

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HENRY LEON HAFERKAMP May 27, 2020 - 00:00 Henry Leon Haferkamp, 94, of Navasota, died peacefully in his home surrounded by his family Thursday, May 21. The family plans to have a memorial service celebrating his life at a later date. Cremation details have been entrusted to Nobles Funeral Chapel.

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May 27, 2020 - 00:00 Rickey Wehmeyer, 66, was suddenly and unexpectedly called to join the Lord Monday May 18, 2020. A private memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Anderson with Reverend Kermit Bostelman officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Nobles Funeral

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JAMES HERBERT THIGPEN May 20, 2020 - 00:00 James Herbert Thigpen of San Angelo, Texas, passed away after a lengthy illness on May 14, 2020.

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May 20, 2020 - 00:00 Mr. Joe Shimshack of Loranger, LA died on May 13, 2020 at North Oaks Medical Center. Joe was born on March 19, 1937. He was 1 of 9

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